This unique textbook offers comprehensive coverage of the economics of climate change and climate policy, and is suitable for advanced undergraduate, post-graduate and doctoral students. Topics discussed include the costs and benefits of adaptation and mitigation, discounting, uncertainty, policy instruments, and international agreements. Special features include:
- In-depth treatment of the economics of climate change
- Careful explanations of concepts and their application to climate policy
- Customizable integrated assessment model that illustrates all issues discussed
- Specific usage guidelines for each level of reader
- Companion website featuring data, extra reading, quizzes, videos and more
This book is an essential text for students of varying levels in economics, climate change and environmental policy, and a resource for researchers and practitioners.
Richard S.J. Tol, University of Sussex, UK and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, the Netherlands